Complete Solar PV Certification Course Information

Solar PV certification courses and basic overview workshops offered throughout the year. In person, hybrid (online and in person labs) or self-paced online.

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Understanding Photovoltaics (9th Edition) coming in June

The fully updated edition of our residential solar design and installation manual will be released in August, 2024.  This text is updated with all the latest trends, technologies, standards and the 2023 National Electric Code.

Still flows in an easy-to-read manner with integrated quizzes, scores of charts and diagrams… all the bells and whistles that has made this the best selling solar PV textbook in North America.

For instructors:  the textbook will be supported with a full set of PowerPoints, integrated labs, online curriculum, videos, Quizlet practice sessions and much more.  Just drop us an email if you would like to preview a copy of the text once it is available for use in your classroom.

Self-Paced Online PV Courses

Check out our growing list of online course options. Study at your own pace and from the comfort of your home or laptop.

Courses include:

  • Residential Solar Design and Installation
  • Introduction to Solar PV
  • Building Your Own Solar Generator


 

Build Your Own Solar Generator

 Upcoming Solar Generator Classes:

Spend the afternoon with us and learn to build your own little solar generator.  This handy generator can be built for under $250 and incorporates all the skills needed to build your own stand- alone solar system, but in a box!

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